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If you train on Lumosity regularly, you're probably familiar with our game Color Match. What you may not know is that this game is adapted from an important neuropsychological assessment, the Stroop Test. Here's the 5 second version: quickly identify the color of each of the words below (don't read them). Say the colors out loud.
Did you get the colors right? How long did it take you? The Stroop Test is much more challenging than it may seem at first glance — identifying the color of the word is much harder when the color doesn't match the word's meaning. The Stroop Test highlights the importance of response inhibition, or your ability to suppress impulsive reactions that interfere with goal-directed actions.
A Brief History of the Stroop Test
In 1935, John Ridley Stroop became the first to publish the current version of this cognitive task in English. Developed as part of his dissertation at George Peabody College, his task became the basis of the Stroop Test — and it remains a widely used neuropsychological assessment to this day.
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Also key to mastering the Stroop Test is selective attention, or your ability to carefully choose what information to focus on — and what to ignore. Individuals with conditions that impact their ability to control reactions and pay attention often have a much harder time performing the Stroop Test.
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Our Color Match game is an updated version of the Stroop Test and emphasizes practicing response inhibition.
In the game, you're presented with a series of two cards. Your job is to quickly determine if the first card's meaning matches the second card's text color. For instance, the first card may read "black" and the second card may read "yellow," but if yellow is written in black, you choose "yes." If yellow is written in any color other than black — blue, red, or yellow — the meaning and text color don't match, so you choose "no." Keep in mind that the meaning and text color may not match within the first card, too — that "black" may be written in yellow — so you need to quickly switch focus between the pertinent information from one card to the next.
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Banich, M., Milham, M., Atchley, R., Cohen, N., Webb, A., Wszalek, T., … & Magin, R. (2000). fMRI studies of Stroop tasks reveal unique roles of anterior and posterior brain systems in attentional selection. Cognitive Neuroscience, Journal of, 12(6), 988-1000.
Leung, H. C., Skudlarski, P., Gatenby, J. C., Peterson, B. S., & Gore, J. C. (2000). An event-related functional MRI study of the Stroop color word interference task. Cerebral cortex, 10(6), 552-560.
Milham, M. P., Banich, M. T., Claus, E. D., & Cohen, N. J. (2003). Practice-related effects demonstrate complementary roles of anterior cingulate and prefrontal cortices in attentional control. Neuroimage, 18(2), 483-493.


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Enjoy England Gold Award achieved 2009 & 2010
This is a stunning penthouse apartment in this modern, luxurious development, with double-height living and master bedroom areas. There are amazing 180 degree views over Poole Harbour, Brownsea Island, and Sandbanks beyond. This luxurious 2-bed, 3-bath penthouse has 2 balconies, spacious living area and additional mezzanine dining area. If you are truly seeking the best of the best, then this apartment is for you!
Dolphin Quays` prestigious foyer offers a 24 hour front desk security service, with the benefit of secure on-site car parking. Access is directly from the main entrance lobby from The Quay up to the 5th floor. Spacious hallways to front door. Hall, open-plan Living / Kitchen (with additional dining area), further mezzanine dining area and balcony as well as study area. Beautifully furnished and comprehensively equipped. Fully fitted kitchen with modern Smeg appliances. Gas hob, oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Master Bedroom (kingsize double) with luxurious en-suite (large shower cubicle, sink, bidet and toilet), double height with mezzanine dressing area. 2nd Bedroom (double) with en-suite (corner shower, sink and toilet). Family Bathroom (bath with sink and toilet) and further cloakroom facility.
Duvets and linen provided (including bath and beach towels). Central Heated and double glazed. Flatscreen TV with DVD/CD player. Broadband and Telephone. Dishwasher, Electric oven / Gas hob, Fridge / Freezer, Microwave, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer. Hairdryers.
Parking:- Two reserved parking spaces in the development`s own secure car park (max height 2m / 6`6"). Lift and direct hallway access from car park to the apartment.
Restrictions:- No smoking. No pets. Minimum stay is 2 nights.
Available on request (charges apply):- Travel cot (and linen) and /or Highchair. Internet grocery orders can be made prior to arrival.
Prices from £440 for a low season two night stay to £1600 per week during high season
*Guest Comments*
"Absolutely love the apartment. Very nice indeed."
Lisa Richardson - September 2013
"Fantastic apartment – Thank you!"
Jane and Family - October 2011
"This is our firth visit (various apartment) and as always every tie fine! Any small problems sorted fast by Quay Holidays – very helpful."
John and Marian - October 2011
"Beautiful apartment, very clean and spotless. Great views from every window! Home away from home! We truly loved our stay. We will be back to beautiful Poole and Dolphin Quay!"
Tania and Doug - September 2011
"Lovely break again. Apartment great!..."
Barry Family - August 2011
This property is managed by Quay Holidays who offer a comprehensive service of booking, management, cleaning and provisioning – all provided in-house by trained staff. Quay Holidays prepare the beds with crisp white linen, provide fluffy bath towels and even 'Quay Holidays' beach towels for your personal use. A 'welcome pack' is provided consisting of fair-trade tea, coffee, milk, sugar and local biscuits. In addition, 'White Company' products in the bathrooms, and other essentials, including a complimentary bottle of chilled wine, await your arrival. In recent VisitBritain assessments the assessor commented on numerous occasions "Guests are provided with a very good welcome pack, and the property is clearly managed extremely efficiently by the agent [Quay Holidays]."
|Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms
|Nearest beach
|Sandbanks 9 km
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|Corporate bookings, Long term lets (over 1 month)
|Car advised
|Nearest travel links
|Nearest airport: Bournemouth International 18 km, Nearest railway: Poole 3 km
|Family friendly
|Great for children of all ages
|No pets allowed, No smoking at this property
Features and Facilities
|Internet access, DVD player, Sea view
|Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-Fi available
|Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
|Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
|2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 1 Family bathrooms and 2 En suites
|Double beds (1), Single beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seats for 6, Lounge seats for 5
|Linen provided, Towels provided, High chair
|Balcony or terrace
|Secure parking, Lift access, Suitable for people with restricted mobility, Wheelchair users
|Further details indoors
Second bedroom set as Twin but can be requested as a Superkingsize double.
|Further details
Prices from £440 for a low season two night stay to £1600 per week during high season.
The Dorset region
Dorset is an area of amazing contrasts of breathtaking scenery and urban culture. Absorb our history and heritage or simply relax in one of the most beautiful and diverse parts of England.
The Jurassic Coast provides an ideal playground for fossil hunters and families alike and has recently been awarded a World Heritage Site status.
Poole Quay is an exciting, ever-changing blend of maritime activity and a focal point for a wide range of entertainment and leisure activities. Pleasure craft offer trips direct from the Quay to Brownsea Island, Sandbanks and beyond, whilst anglers can book fishing trips at the Fisherman's Quay. If you simply want to promenade along the waterfront, past the visitors marina, have a meal and a drink then the Quayside and Old Town areas are packed with restaurants, pubs and winebars offering huge variety and choice.
From the Quay, shoppers can stroll up the pedestrianized High Street, which offers a wide range of retail outlets and facilities. Safe Blue Flag sandy beaches at Sandbanks and Branksome Chine are just 15 minutes away by car and the natural beauty of The New Forest is approximately 30 minutes distance away. A short trip on the Sandbanks chain ferry offers the option of even more beautiful beaches skirted by sand dunes and walks in the historic Purbeck Hills.
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